Concept of Society and Culture
By: Mohammad Hanief Though the term society and culture is used today as a scientific concept by most of the social sciences, its most comprehensive definition has been provided in anthropology. Humans are social beings. That is why we live together in societies. Day-to-day we interact with each other and develop social relationships. Every society […]
Cave Didis: Transforming poultry farming support
By: PTI and Gaon Connection In the past, Sabita Mohanti would find herself idle after completing household and field chores. Now, she eagerly responds to calls for help from fellow women poultry farmers in her community, signifying the positive change sweeping through Odisha’s villages. Once just a homemaker, Mohanti from Mayurbhanj district’s Mituani village today […]
Young people are getting unhappier
By: Fiorentina Sterkaj Experts often highlight social media and harsh economic times as key reasons why young people are getting unhappier. And while those factors are important, I would like to emphasise another. Younger generations have less freedom and independence than previous generations did. The area where children are allowed to range unsupervised outside has […]
Prostate Enlargement: Symptoms and Treatment
By: Dr. H. S. Bhatyal Prostate is a small walnut shaped gland in men that sits just below the bladder and surrounds the urethra (tube carrying urine outside the bladder). Prostate has various functions -seminal fluid secretion (component of semen), hormone production and regulates flow of urine. Prostate enlargement issues are common in men especially […]
What are the EU’s new migration rules?
By: Simon Usherwood The European Parliament has passed a landmark package of laws to overhaul its rules on borders and migration. The Pact on Migration and Asylum comes after nearly a decade of deadlock on migration policy, kicked off by the tumultuous migration crisis of 2015. That year, roughly a million people made hazardous journeys […]
‘April showers’: A rainfall scientist explains what they are
By: Rob Thompson The idea of “April showers” is ingrained in the nation’s cultural consciousness as a symbol of spring and nature’s renewal. These phrases date back to times when knowing planting dates for crops was essential to most people, yet such weather lore was the only forecast available. But what exactly is an “April […]
Eid ul Fitr: A beacon of Hope
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon As we embrace the joyous occasion of Eid ul Fitr, we extend our warmest wishes to all those celebrating. May this Eid serve as a beacon of peace, health, and prosperity, casting a light of joy and serenity on everyone’s life? In this moment of jubilation, let’s also spare a thought […]
Eclipses aren’t just visual spectacles
By: Oisin Creaner The total solar eclipse across North America on April 8 2024 is a stunning and memorable event for everyone in its path. However, eclipses are not just valued for their visual impact, they are at the heart of cutting-edge science. Eclipses can tell us a vast amount about distant planets beyond our […]
The Floral Marvels of Kashmir
By: Er Aausyf Ibn Farooq Kashmir’s springtime is magical, when the valley is painted with vivid colors and soft scents as nature emerges from its winter hibernation. The Tulip Garden and Badamwari Garden are two well-known locations at the center of this seasonal change. Stretching across an impressive 80 acres, the Tulip Garden, also called […]
Eid: A Time of Introspection
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad One of the two main Muslim festivals, Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast every day from early sunrise until dusk. In the morning, there is a sizable prayer service for the entire community, which is followed by food and conversations with loved […]